The Love of Money II – Chapter 26: Seven Minutes
Desai leaned back in his chair, swirling his drink like a proper villain. “You might as well take the deal,” he said, as if my cooperation were already decided. “It’s the only option you have.” “What is that supposed to mean?” I asked. Rajesh shrugged. “No doubt you have more money than any of us, but you don’t have what it takes to do what needs doing. It requires more than a lot of money to succeed in this world.” He tilted his head thoughtfully, pausing before sipping his drink. “It takes intent.” He drank slowly, staring at me over the rim of his glass—all of it, calculated theatrics used to keep the new kid flat-footed and afraid. Once he’d swallowed, he added, “And that, I’m afraid, you have in limited supply.” I met his …
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